[Well she would have to send a letter considering her mother and aunt were never around. But surely they would approve her her idea to be wed to Keisle! Their families were close, he was of very high standing, and he and Oktavia were childhood freinds.. So yes, it should be fine..."
Then the captain of the guard and Oktavia's idol Sir Bruce approached. ] "good evening Lady Von Seckendorf."
"Ah, Sir Bruce!" [ Oktavia curtsied, giddy with more excitement]
"May I talk to you for a moment?"
"of course"
[he led her outside] "Lady Oktavia, I must discuss with you about you becoming a knight."
"yes? You said there was an open position, and that you were going to bring it up with the queen about a recomendation for me?" [her eyes glittered]
"Ah, yes, I have. However.." [he shook his head, looking regretful] "the request was declined. I know you are skilled and just, and I believe you would make a fine knight. But the fact remains you are a lady, and a noble one at that.]
[Oktavia's heart syunk at that]